People in Transition 141. Dan Waskow - I help you escape the job you hate - and get a job that you’ll love.
In this episode of “People in Transition”, we discuss what really happens inside the hiring process — and how understanding it can help you land your next role faster, smarter, and with far more confidence.
My guest is Dan Waskow, founder of OnPoint Job Search Solutions. With more than 20 years as a corporate recruiter for organizations like Dell Technologies, Fidelity Investments, Credit Suisse, Accenture, NASDAQ, and Madison Square Garden, to name a few — plus over a decade as a job search coach — Dan has seen the hiring process from every angle.
He knows exactly what recruiters look for… and why strong candidates often get overlooked.
If you’ve ever wondered:
- Why you’re not hearing back
- Why interviews stall
- Or how to position yourself strategically instead of emotionally
This conversation is for you.
In this episode, we discuss:
• Why recruiters don’t “connect the dots” for you — and how to clearly translate your background so they instantly see the fit.
• The truth about the job market — there’s no “good” or “bad” time to search, only busier and slower cycles. The candidates who consistently build relationships always win.
• The two pillars of a successful job search: Marketing and Storytelling. Master how you present your value and how you tell your career story, and everything changes.
• Resume strategy that actually works. Clean formatting. No colors. No text boxes. No graphics. Make it easy for both humans and systems to read.
• How informational interviews and virtual coffee chats create momentum. They’re not just conversations — they’re relationship builders that open real doors.
What an episode. Dan brings clarity, strategy, and straight talk to a process that often feels confusing and frustrating.
To learn more about him and his coaching services, visit myjobsearchadvisor.com.
🎁 Bonus for listeners: If you sign up for one of Dan’s coaching packages by the end of March, 2026, and mention you heard him on “People in Transition”, you’ll receive 15% off.
And if you found this conversation valuable, please share this episode with your friends, colleagues, and anyone in your network who may be navigating a career move. A simple share could make a meaningful difference for someone in transition.